About Us
We Turn Ideas Into Brands
Stellen Design is a boutique graphic design and branding agency based in Los Angeles, CA. We do contract design and branding work for many startups and small to midsize businesses. And not to name names, but a few corporate companies like California Pizza Kitchen.
Your company’s brand is the personification of the big vision inside your mind. It’s your best, 24/7 salesperson. It’s a unifying force that promotes pride within your organization and makes your customers feel understood. In short, your brand is a boss. Translating your sales pitch into a visual language and tone that resonates with your ideal customers is easier said than done. That’s why our branding agency, Stellen Design exists. We take the burden of interpreting your ideas off your hands. Our branding agency specializes in taking a company’s authentic story and shaping it into a visual presence through our practical and thoughtful design approach. If you are looking for a small and mighty branding agency that will handle your branding with love, excitement, and integrity… let’s talk!
We Have Partnered With …
Our Process is Pragmatic
We Listen & Learn
We Plan
We Wow
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Who We Work With
Ways to Work With Us
Project Basis: Brand and Website projects are done on a per project basis as well as other graphic design specific jobs.
Retainer Packages: Stellen Design becomes your personal branding agency & design team constantly working on growing and nurturing your brand.
Strategy Workshops: If you are still in the beginning stages of building your business, or are unclear on what you need, a brand workshop is the perfect solution. We work closely with you to outline your business goals, define your brand and get you profitable.
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What is Brand?
What does Stellen mean?
mir vorstellen is the German word for imagine
erstellen is the German word for create
Imagine + Create = Stellen
We Are Small and Mighty.
We Believe
- Design should be good, clean, and fun
- In doing good work for good people.
- Timeless over trends. Do it right, it will last.
- When in doubt, keep simple, less is always more.
We Are
- Dedicated to top quality design and branding.
- Insanely passionate about simple logo marks.
- California vibes.
- Practical, function over frills.
We Are Not
- A pretentious branding agency.
- White labeling overseas designers.
- Going for volume of work. Quality over quantity.
- Your social media person.
Branding Articles
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In the franchise world, brand consistency is king. And at the heart of that consistency? Your logo. A strong, recognizable logo is the cornerstone of your brand identity, instantly communicating who you are and what you offer. But what makes a good logo? What makes a
I Want to Franchise My Business, What Do I Do?
I Want to Franchise My Business, What Do I Do? Crafting a Franchise-Ready Brand The dream of seeing your business replicated across cities and states, even countries, is exhilarating. Franchising offers this potential, but it also demands a brand that’s not only robust but primed
What is a logo system?
What is a logo system? The last thing I like doing is making my clients feel inadequate by using words like “logo system,” but this is more than a buzzword and is something every business owner should be aware of, so let’s dive in and
On The Gram
Big, bold, and easy to spot. We designed a fresh banner sign to make sure Torrance Tavern stands out.
Sing it loud. We designed bold visuals for Torrance Tavern’s karaoke nights, plus a new brand pattern to keep things looking sharp.
Repping the brand, inside and out. We created fresh merch designs so the Torrance Tavern crew looks as good as the bar does.
Small details make a big impact. A fresh, easy-to-read order sign helps keep things moving and looking good at Torrance Tavern.
Mascots are not just for high school anymore… these fun illustrations and some nostalgic flair to the branding at @torrancetavern
Talk about a hometown upgrade—Torrance Tavern’s fresh new look keeps the same great vibes, now with even more local pride. From LA sports memorabilia on the walls to a sleek new design, it’s the perfect spot to catch a game, grab a drink, and feel right at home.
Consistency is key. We designed custom social media templates so Torrance Tavern can show up online as well as they do in person.
New menu, same great food. We refreshed the design to match the energy of Torrance Tavern—bold, inviting, and easy to read. Good design should make you hungry.
